We Know: The Facts and Benefits of Green Tea What is the history of tea? All tea comes from the plant Canellia sinesis. The Chinese are considered the first developers of tea as a beverage. In Japan references to tea stretch back to the 9th century, a time when the county was open to Chinese influences. Besides water, tea is the most drunk beverage on the planet. What sets Green Tea apart from other teas? Tea has been held up as a pillar of healthy living in Asian countries for decades, and green tea in particular has been especially touted for its healing properties. There is one main difference between green tea and other brands. Green tea goes through very little oxidation during processing. What are the supposed benefits of green tea? The purported benefits of green tea are numerous. Green tea has powerful antioxidants called polyplenots. Its benefits include, but are not limited to: Lowering cholesterol Preventing or arresting the occurrence of cancer Lowering triglyceride levels Possible weight loss benefits Does modern scientific research support the claims of green tea? Recent studies in China tracking 18,000 men found that tea drinkers were 50% less likely to develop certain forms of cancer, including cancer of the esophagus and stomach cancer. However, similar studies in Europe and the United have not yielded the same promising results. The data gathered in the European and American studies showed no decrease in the likelihood of cancer for tea drinkers. It would appear for now, that the jury is still out one the purported health benefits of green tea. What is the best way to experience the benefits of Green Tea? If you are a true believer in the health benefits of green tea or just enjoy its taste, there are different ways to enjoy it and hopefully its benefits as well. For better results, always buy loose tea instead of pre-bagged tea. Loose tea is both fresher and more potent. For even more concentrated dosages, green tea extract is now available in capsule form. Two capsules of green tea extract would equal the same amount of potential antioxidants that are in twenty cups of green tea. While this method does promise the greatest health benefits, it does take away the joy of holding that steaming hot mug in your hands.
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